Bayern Munich vs Chelsea Match Prediction, Preview, Lineups, Head-to-Head

The Betting Odds for Bayern Munich vs Chelsea will take center stage as the German champions host the English giants in their UEFA Champions League 2025-26 opener. Bayern Munich are in great form, while Chelsea want to start off well under Enzo Maresca; and this should be a high-octane affair at Allianz Arena.

Match Details

Tournament/Series – UEFA Champions League 2025-26 (Group Stage)
Match – Bayern Munich vs Chelsea
Date & Time – Thursday, September 18, 12:30 AM IST (Wednesday, Sept 17; 07:00 PM GMT)
Live Streaming – Sony LIV (India), TNT Sports (UK), Paramount+ (USA)

Bayern Munich vs Chelsea Match Preview

Bayern Munich beat Chelsea last time they played. Now, Bayern is getting ready to play Chelsea at Allianz Arena for the first game of the Champions League group stage.

Vincent Kompany’s team is doing great, winning four in a row in their league. Harry Kane is leading their offense and looks like no one can stop him right now. Kane has five goals and three assists in three Bundesliga games, so he’s the biggest threat on the field. With Serge Gnabry and Michael Olise also playing well, Bayern’s forwards are super dangerous.

Chelsea is coming off a bad draw against Brentford in the Premier League. They’ve had some good moments under Enzo Maresca, but they need to be more steady. Their new player, Joao Pedro, has been playing well, scoring goals and assisting, and he’ll be Chelsea’s main attacking player.

Chelsea’s defenders – Reece James, Tosin Adarabioyo, and Trevoh Chalobah – will need to play really well to stop Bayern’s constant pressure. But playing at Bayern’s stadium is always hard.

This game will be about Bayern’s strong offense against Chelsea’s defense. Bayern wants to keep beating Chelsea, while Chelsea wants to make a statement with a big win in Europe.

Recent Form (Last 5 Matches)

Bayern Munich – W-W-W-W
Chelsea – D-W-W-D

Bayern Munich vs Chelsea H2H Record

• Total Matches: 7
• Bayern Munich Wins: 4
• Chelsea Wins: 1
• Draws: 2

Bayern Munich vs Chelsea Probable Playing XI

Bayern Munich (4-2-3-1):
Neuer (GK); Laimer, Upamecano, Tah, Stanisic; Kimmich, Pavlovic; Olise, Gnabry, Díaz; Kane

Chelsea (4-2-3-1):
Sánchez (GK); James, Adarabioyo, Chalobah, Cucurella; Fernández, Caicedo; Neto, Palmer, Garnacho; Pedro

Bayern Munich vs Chelsea Match Prediction

This game promises excitement with both teams having an abundance of attacking talent to boast about. Nevertheless, the balance tips in Bayern Munich’s favor because of their current winning run, home ground advantage and strong historical record against Chelsea in recent seasons.

Reasons Why Bayern Should Win:

• Bayern are on a four-match win streak.
• Harry Kane is in fantastic form and has his full range of support around him.
• Bayern have beaten Chelsea in their last three meetings.
• They have home field advantage at the Allianz Arena.

Chelsea are going to try – Joao Pedro gives them a glimmer of hope. But their defence has had issues and against a attacking trident from Bayern they could be in danger if they make any errors.

Who Wins The Match – Bayern Munich
Score Prediction – Bayern Munich 3-2 Chelsea

Where to Watch Bayern Munich vs Chelsea Live Stream

• India: SonyLIV, Sony Sports Network
• UK: TNT Sports, BBC
• US: Paramount+, TUDN
• Nigeria: DAZN